2018 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV Crossover Pros & Cons

Pros & Cons of the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV Crossover

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 Pros Front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive can be configured for all trims.

 Pros The engine delivered immediate power when opening up the throttle.

 Pros Its handling was stable when going through the turn.

 Pros The steering effort was light and the vehicle changed direction at will.

 Pros The brakes performed well to stop this vehicle in a reasonable time.

 Pros Even the base trim has a good amount of features passenger convenience.

 Pros Excellent safety ratings provide a sense of security to the potential buyer.

 Pros Entering the cabin was easy with its low step-in height.

 Pros The legroom and headroom were spacious for the first and second rows.

 Pros The seats were supportive and remained comfortable on longer trips.

 Pros The ride quality was compliant even when driving over bumps on the road.

 Cons There are no other engine options for the higher trim levels.

 Cons The transmission did not shift on time when reaching the RPM limit.

 Cons Body roll was still evident in its cornering ability.

 Cons The steering lacked feedback from the pavement.

 Cons The brake pedal was on the softer side when initially pressed down.

 Cons The sunroof is not available for the base trim.

 Cons The rear doors were a little long and did not open enough in tight parking spaces.